The nurse is caring for a patient who has myasthenia gravis…

The nurse is caring for a patient who has myasthenia gravis (MG) and takes pyridostigmine 60 mg every 4 hours. The patient’s last dose was 45 minutes prior. Which statements correctly describe the therapeutic uses or actions of pyridostigmine? Select all that apply.

The nurse is caring for an intubated patient who develops si…

The nurse is caring for an intubated patient who develops sinus bradycardia. The cardiac monitor shows a heart rate of 42 beats/min, and the patient’s blood pressure is 82/48 mm Hg. Which medication should the nurse anticipate administering to increase the patient’s heart rate?